WHAT IS A CONCUSSION? A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury. Concussions are caused by a bump or blow to the head. Even a “ding,” “getting your bell rung,” or what seems to be a mild bump or blow to the head can be serious. You can’t see a concussion. Signs and symptoms…
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Dealing With Mistakes
Responsible Sports Series from Liberty Mutual Insurance Although USA Volleyball’s Carli Lloyd admits she is hard on herself, she shares the process she goes through when dealing with mistakes. Even a professional like Carli explains that she is “still working to get better at”.
Rivalry & Respect
Responsible Sports Series from Liberty Mutual Insurance What goes into an intense rivalry? Jenny Potter, 1998 Olympic women’s ice hockey gold medalist, shares her personal experiences playing in college and for Team USA and the rivalries associated with both. Jenny share, “We have always emphasized respect. Respect for yourself and respect for your opponents.”
Objective & Process Goals
Responsible Sports Series from Liberty Mutual Insurance Brandon Slay, Olympic gold medalist and current USA Wrestling Resident Freestyle coach, shares the two types of goals he believes are “ultra important” for athletes. Brandon goes on to explain these two, objective goals and process goals, and how athletes can create and utilize both.
Level 4 States 2014 – Results
The Level 4 State Championships were hosted by Paragon on 24/25 January. Congratulations to Go for the Gold Gymnastics – 2014 Level 4 State Champions 1 113.275 Go for the Gold 2 113.250 MG Elite 3 113.050 Premier 4 112.925 Rebound 5 112.650 Head Over Heels 6 112.475 Arena 7 112.400 Champions United 8 112.350 Bright Stars View…
USAG-NJ Level 2 Rules & Policies
USAG-NJ Level 2 Rules & Polices are available. Download HERE View under USAG-NJ Info in right column
USAG Updates
2013-2014 Member Updates Membership and Educational Renewal Reminder: Professional and Instructor membership expiration dates now align with the athletic competitive season. Therefore, most professional memberships expired on 7.31.13. Any new or renewing safety and background check certification will have the 7.31 expiration date. U100/Instructor Certification does not expire nor need be renewed. Members can renew…
Motivation
USA Volleyball’s Carli Lloyd shares some quotes and family inspiration that has motivated her through her career. Carli quotes running legend Steve Prefontaine saying, “to give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift.” Video from Positive Coaching Alliance & ResponsibleSports.com
It’s a Family Team
Article from Positive Coaching Alliance & LMI Responsible Sports video series: US Water Polo’s Tumua Anae shares the personal story of how her father and his seven brothers, as well as her immediate family, helped translate competition within her family to in the pool. “I really pulled from that competition.” Tumua goes on, “You’re going…
USAG NJ State Board Meeting Minutes – 14 July 2013
USAG NJ State Board Meeting Minutes – 14 July 2013 Regional/National Judges Nomination Criteria
Short Memory Is Good
Article from Positive Coaching Alliance & LMI Responsible Sports video series: Olympian and 2012 USA National Men’s Volleyball Team Member Brian Thornton shares the importance of having a short memory. Brian shares, “It’s important to just move on to the very next play. You have to know that each occurrence is separate from the other.”
A Coaching Philosophy
Article from Positive Coaching Alliance & LMI Responsible Sports video series: Katey Stone, Head Coach of the 2013 USA Women’s National Hockey Team which captured gold in the 2013 World Championships, explains why her coaching philosophy is a work in progress. Katey shares, “there’s been a lot of healthy discussions about philosophy and approach in…
Congrats to Jersey Girls at USA Championships
New Jersey was well represented at the 2013 P&G National Championships held in Hartford, CT over the past few days with four athletes competing in the Jr Championships: Ashley Foss/North Stars, Melissa Reinstadtler/Rebound, Lauren Hernandez/MG Elite and Ariana Agrapides/MG Elite. Ariana was 1st on Vault. Lauren was 2nd All Around and was named to the Jr…
R U Certified?
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Introductory Athlete Membership Changes
With the launch of the new athlete registration season, the Introductory Athlete Membership was applicable only to those athletes participating in the Xcel Program: Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Diamond. However, Women’s Program has decided to also include the Women’s JO Program Levels 1 and 2 into that structure (reminder the new Level 3 was the…
Reminders for Clubs & Coaches
Bids for 2013-2014 Meet Hosting are due 1 August 2013, that’s a month away. Download the Bid Form HERE USA Gymnastics U100 – Fundamentals of Gymnastics Instruction Course must be completed, along with the other Professional Memership requirements, before you will be allowed on the competitive floor after 1 August 2013. The course can be taken online…
Time to Fill Up the Tanks
Now is the time to start refilling those Emotional Fuel Tanks in the gym. Click HERE for to view the Coach’s Script. Click HERE to visit the Positive Coaching Alliance for loads of additional Positive Information.